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1981-08-18 Special CC MeetingSPECIAL MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY AUGUST 18, 1981 The meeting convened at 12:00 noon with President Corica presiding. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Diament, Gorman, Sherratt, and President Corica - 4. Absent: Councilman Stone - 1. 81-538 Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the Council adjourn to Executive Session for a discussion of personnel and litigation matters; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4. At the conclusion of discussion, it was determined that no action would be taken at this tim8. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned at 1:15 p.0. Respectfully submitted, DEEN SPEEGLE City Clerk August 18, 1981 REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY AUGUST 18, 1981 The meeting convened at 7:30 p.m. with President Corica presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Stone. The Invocation was given by Charles Dubbs, First Christian Church. ' ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Diament, Gorman, Sherratt, Stone, and President Corica - 5. Absent: N0De, MINUTES Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of August 4, 1981, be approved as submitted. Councilman Diament stated that she would abstain as she had not been present. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gorman, Sherratt, Stone, and President Corica - 4. Noes: None. Abstaining: Councilman Diament - 1. Absent: None, CONSENT CALENDAR Councilman Sherratt stated he would abstain from voting on the report related to Tract 4121 and the report and resolution relative to Sea View Parkway. Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Gorman, that the following items on the Consent Calendar be approved; the motion carried by the following roll call vote with Councilman Sherratt abstaining as noted: Ayes: Councilmen Diament, Gorman, Sherratt, Stone, and President Corica - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None. Items so enacted, approved, or adopted are indicated by an asterisk (*), REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS *81-539 From Community Development Director recommending approval of an amendment to the Citizens' Participation Plan. Approved. *81-540 From Public Works Director recommending extension of time to July 15, 1982, to complete improvements in Tract 4206 (Central Avenue adjacent to Washington Park). Approved. *81-541 From Public Works Director recommending extension of time for six months to March 9, 1982, to complete improvements in Tract 3645 (Bay Isle Pointe). Approved. *81-542 From Public Works Director recommending acceptance of improvements in Tract 4121, Bay View Harbor, and reduction of bonds from $815,000 to 5100,000. Approved. Councilman Sherratt abstained. August 18, 1981 *81 -543 From Public Works Director recommending acceptance of Sea View Parkway from Aughinbaugh Way to the westerly boundary line of Tract 3841. Approved. Councilman Sherratt abstained. RESOLUTIONS *81 -544 Resolution No. 9597 "Accepting from Bay Harbor Venture a Grant of Ease- ment for permanent easement and right -of -way for public street purposes (Sea View Parkway, easterly of Aughinbaugh Way, a distance of approximately 530 feet)." Adopted. Councilman Sherratt abstained. BILLS *81 -545 An Itemized List of Claims, certified by the City Manager as correct, was approved in the amount of S212, 203.00 RETURN TO REGULAR AGENDA 81 -546 From John Barni, Jr., Shaw and Lunt Realtors, requesting waiver of all fees for applications and permits relative to the new Commercial - Residential Development at 1212 Lincoln Avenue. Councilman Sherratt stated that the City had been encouraging building of rental stock and made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that waiver of fees be granted conditioned upon getting accredited Section 8 certifications from HUD. Councilman Gorman offered an amendment to the motion, accepted by Councilman Sherratt and Councilman Diament, that waiver also be conditioned upon availability of Section 8 certificates. Mr. Barni stated he had offered the units to the Housing Authority on a five - year commitment for Section 8 Housing, and certificates are available but that he was not sure HUD could accept units until building is completed. He requested waiver of fees provided units are committed to Housing Authority for next five years and that the fees could be imposed if commitment is terminated. He further stated that if the property is sold, it would be a condition of the sale that the commitment go with the property. The City Manager recommended the developer enter into a contract to maintain the units in the Section 8 Program for five years. After considerable discussion, Councilman Sherratt restated the motion, accepted by Councilman Diament, that the request for waiver of fees be granted contingent upon the following: 1) That Section 8 certifications will be available; 2) Written approval from HUD that units are acceptable under the Section 8 Program; and 3) Documentation to insure that the five -year Section 8 commitment will be upheld; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. HEARINGS President Corica noted that the hearing regarding the Tentative Map for Tract 3843, Alameda Marina Village, would be held later in the meeting as the developer had been delayed and was expected soon. August 18, 1981 REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 81-547 From Chairman of the Historical Advisory Commission regarding Interim Architectural Historical Resources List. Russell Sisung, Chairman, spoke in support of establishment of the list and the recommendation that buildings on the list be considered qualified under the Historical Building Code. He further stated that buildings would not be placed on the list unless requested by property owners. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Gorman, that the report be accepted, that the Historical Advisory Commission meet with the City Attorney, and the matter further considered after a detailed report is received from City Attorney regarding revision of the existing ordinance; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. :81-548 From Chairman of the Historical Advisory Commission concerning future renovation of City Hall. Councilman Diament stated that she would be happy to have a member of the Historical Advisory Commission on the Council Committee that is addressing renovation of City Hall. Councilman Stone stated that she did not feel it necessary to have a member of the Historical Advisory Commission on the Committee as full staff is available and suggested that after plans are more formulated they be sent to the Historical Advisory Commission for review. Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Gorman, that the report be accepted and the Committee membership remain unchanged; Gary Knecht, Member of Historical Advisory Commission, stated that the intent of the Commission was to maintain sensitivity as City Hall is an Alameda Historical Monument and is listed as a National Historical Monument and there are appropriate changes that could be made economically. President Corica noted that the Commission could review plans and provide input. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 81-549 From Chairman of Mayor's Committee for the Handicapped proposing ramping the entrance of the building at 1329 Park Street to provide assessibility to the handicapped. President Corica noted that the report from Public Works Director indicated that one area of concern had been taken care of,and ramping of the front entry is not required as it has not been modified. Councilman Sherratt noted that the Mayor's Committee for the Handicapped received a copy of the Public Works Director's report and made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the report be accepted; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5 COUNCILMAN SHERRATT NOTED ABSENT August 18, 1981 81 -550 From Ad Hoc Efficiency Committee regarding operations of the Public Works Department. President Corica noted that the Committee had done an extensive study and expressed appreciation on behalf of the Council. Tom Paddison, Chairman of the Committee, noted that the Committee is currently working in four areas and introduced Earl Peacock, Chairman of the Public Works Committee. Mr. Peacock summarized the findings and recommendations and presented charts showing the organization of the Public Works Department. After Council discussion, Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Gorman, that the report be accepted and directed that staff review the proposals and report back to Council and that the Public Works Director submit periodic reports to Council on those items; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4. 81 -551 From Rent Review Advisory Committee submitting recommendations relating to residences located at 2031 Pacific Avenue, 221 Pacific Avenue, and 1617 Alameda Avenue. Linda Pritchard, Committee Member, explained some of the previous background of the properties in question and noted that the reference to the property at 1617 Alameda Avenue was a status report only. Councilman Stone stated she would like to have input from the City Attorney on prerogatives the Council may have regarding rents. President Corica noted that a letter had been received from Mr. Jongeward, owner of the property at 2031 Pacific Avenue, stating that he would be unable to attend the meeting. David McIntyre, Alameda County Apartment Owners, stated that he was familiar with the properties under discussion and rents were not excessive compared with similar units in the area. Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Gorman, that the properties at 2031 and 221 Pacific Avenue be placed on the agenda of September 1, 1981, and the percentages in the report recomputed and additional history of past rents provided; and that Mr. Jongeward be invited to address the Council; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4. Estralita Baligaya, 221 Pacific, spoke regarding excessive rent increases at that address. 81 -552 From Assistant City Manager requesting allocation of $250 for Fifth Annual Cultural Festival. Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Gorman, that the report be accepted and the allocation granted; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4. Dolly Fong, Social Service Human Relations Commission, expressed appreciation for the allocation and extended an invitation to the event to be held on October 17. Aiiniiet. 1R_ 1981 553 From Public Works Director requesting to negotiate on the open market with the soils engineering firm of Woodward - Clyde, consultants, to perform certain soil test - ings in conjunction with construction of Fernside Boulevard Extension. Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the request be granted; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4. President Corica noted that the developer representing Alameda Marina Village was now present. Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Gorman, that the hearing be heard at this time; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4. HEARINGS 554 Hearing regarding proposed amendments to the Tentative Map for Tract 3843, Alameda Marina Village. The Planning Director noted that the project was approved in 1979, and the applicant had requested changes which had been approved by the Planning Board subject to con- ditions and exceptions outlined in Planning Board Resolution No. 1175. President Corica explained the procedures to be used in the hearing and called for proponents in support of the Planning Board recommendation. John Irving, representing Alameda Marina Village, stated that they agreed with the conditions established by the Planning Board, and the changes reduced the size of the units and changed the density. Don Parker, Project Manager, explained the changes and noted lagoons had been added On the call for opponents, there were no speakers. President Corica declared the public portion of the hearing closed. Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Gorman, that the amendments to the Tentative Map be approved subject to conditions imposed by the Planning Board and that the applicable resolution be considered at this time; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4. RESOLUTIONS 81 -555 Resolution No. 9598 "Approving amended Tentative Map for Tract 3843, a division of property within Alameda Marina Village, finding said amended Tentative Map consistent with the City's General Plan and determining that discharge of waste into the sewer system will not violate Regional Water Quality Control Regulations." Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Gorman, that the resolution be adopted; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Diament, Gorman, Stone, and President Corica - 4. Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Sherratt - 1. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES 81 -556 Ordinance No. , New Series "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by amending Section 2 -484 thereof relating to direction and supervision of the Animal Shelter." (Transfer of Animal Shelter operations from Public Works Department to Police Department) August 18. 1981 Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the ordinance be introduced and passed to print; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Diament, Gorman, Stone, and President Corica - 4. Noes: Nnne, Absent: Councilman Sherratt - 1. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 81-557 In response to inquiry of Councilman Stone regarding the status of the appraisal Of the interior park site in Tract 3810, the City Manager stated that the appraisal had been completed, and he would provide a copy to the Council. NEW BUSINESS 81-558 Councilman Diament appointed Richard Sadler to the Ad Hoc Efficiency Committee. 81-559 Councilman Diament requested Council direction on three resolutions to be considered by the East Bay Division of the League of California cities regarding study of geographic areas of regional divisions, amending constitution and bylaws regarding the Board of Directors, and amendment of constitution and bylaws regarding meetings. Councilman Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that Council not support the resolution limiting the number of staff to be sent to the Annual Conferences by cities and that Council support the other two; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4. 81-560 President Corica nominated Councilman Gorman to serve as ex-officio member of the Golf Commission. The nomination was seconded by Councilman Diament and carried by unanimous voice vote - 4. 81-561 Councilman Gorman requested staff to direct a communication requesting John Beery to clean up the lot he leases (bounded by Bethlehem and Tynan). President Corica noted the shrubbery had not been maintained. 81-552 In response to inquiry of Councilman Gorman regarding progress being made for demolition of the Makassar Housing Project, the City Manager stated that staff is in the process of preparing the bid package. The Public Works director stated the work should be completed in October. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned at 0:40 p,0, to assemble in regular session Tuesday, September 1, 1981, at 7:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, DEEN SPEEGLE City Clerk u..nnc+ lA 14A1